Global Ceramic Tile Market Overview 2019

Ceramic Tile Market Size

The global ceramic tile market revenue amounted to $X in 2017, going down by -X% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2017; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Global ceramic tile consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Ceramic Tile Production

In value terms, ceramic tile production totaled $X in 2017 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2017; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008, with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, global ceramic tile production attained its maximum level at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Ceramic Tile Exports

Exports 2007-2018

In 2017, the global ceramic tile exports amounted to X square meters, lowering by -X% against the previous year. In general, ceramic tile exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011, with an increase of X% year-to-year. Global exports peaked at X square meters in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2017, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ceramic tile exports amounted to $X in 2017. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2017; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded over the period under review. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013, when exports increased by X% against the previous year. In that year, global ceramic tile exports attained their peak of $X. From 2014 to 2017, the growth of global ceramic tile exports remained at a lower figure.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of exports, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by India, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Italy ($X) and Spain ($X) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2017, with a combined X% share of global exports. Turkey, Germany, Brazil, Poland, Mexico and India lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the last decade, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average ceramic tile export price stood at $X per thousand square meters in 2017, going up by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2017, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008, when the average export price increased by X% y-o-y. Global export price peaked at $X per thousand square meters in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average export prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2017, the country with the highest export price was Italy ($X per thousand square meters), while Mexico ($X per thousand square meters) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of export prices was attained by China, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Ceramic Tile Imports

Imports 2007-2018

Global imports amounted to X square meters in 2017, waning by -X% against the previous year. In general, ceramic tile imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011, when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X square meters in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2017, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, ceramic tile imports totaled $X in 2017. Overall, ceramic tile imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010, with an increase of X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, global ceramic tile imports reached their maximum at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2017, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of imports, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the Philippines, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported ceramic tiles worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by Germany, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value in the U.S. was relatively modest. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: France (-X% per year) and Germany (+X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average ceramic tile import price stood at $X per thousand square meters in 2017, approximately mirroring the previous year. Over the period under review, the ceramic tile import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008, when the average import price increased by X% year-to-year. Global import price peaked at $X per thousand square meters in 2009; however, from 2010 to 2017, import prices failed to regain their momentum.

Import prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest import price was the U.S. ($X per thousand square meters), while Malaysia ($X per thousand square meters) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2017, the most notable rate of growth in terms of import prices was attained by Germany, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ceramic tile market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2025.

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Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

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